Dodge City extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to ten on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-9 in the process. They lost 20-0 to the Maize South Mavericks. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Demons of the 6-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Maize South, they pushed their record up to 2-0 with the victory, which was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season. The team's perfect season has a lot to do with their hitting performance: the team's won by an average of 9.1 runs thus far.
For Maize South's part, Kinslee Cottner was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out seven batters over 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Cottner was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kiley Thornquist, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with four runs, two stolen bases, and three doubles. Another player making a difference was Sophie Stockam, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles.
Looking ahead, Dodge City will be playing at home against Eisenhower at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Maize South, they will challenge Great Bend at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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